Which contemporary nursing theorist is best known for her definition of nursing that describes the nurse's role as a substitute for the patient and as a helper and partner to the patient?
a. Orem
b. Henderson
c. Watson
d. King
ANS: B
A
Orem described the self-care theory.
B
Henderson's theory of nursing described the nurse's role as that of a substitute for the patient, a helper for the patient, or a partner with the patient.
C
Watson's theory was based on caring.
D
King's theory was of interacting systems.
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